From Jarrow to Java (on a beer scooter)

Nonfiction, Travel, Asia, Far East, Southeast
Cover of the book From Jarrow to Java (on a beer scooter) by Joe Writeson, booksmango
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Joe Writeson ISBN: 9786162222689
Publisher: booksmango Publication: December 7, 2013
Imprint: booksmango.com Language: English
Author: Joe Writeson
ISBN: 9786162222689
Publisher: booksmango
Publication: December 7, 2013
Imprint: booksmango.com
Language: English

A book based on some of the unique characters and situations encountered in the course of a large construction project in East Java during a crucial time in Indonesia’s history .The cast includes all the usual suspects Europeans, Australians, Americans etc. but the starring roles are Indonesians.The account is based around the job, the impact on the area, the people, the ladies, the pubs, the problems, the perceptions...and misconceptions. Featuring an introduction to Javanese customs and culture plus their effect on interaction between expats and locals, including the often weird and wonderful way that Indonesians view foreigners ...plus how some Westerners behave when given the ‘keys to the sweetie shop’.The timescale covers immediately before, during and after the downfall of the Soeharto regime.Although based in Indonesia the anecdotes will appeal to anyone who would like to expand their social and geographical boundaries, and just possibly gain an insight into how other people live, laugh, endure…and survive.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A book based on some of the unique characters and situations encountered in the course of a large construction project in East Java during a crucial time in Indonesia’s history .The cast includes all the usual suspects Europeans, Australians, Americans etc. but the starring roles are Indonesians.The account is based around the job, the impact on the area, the people, the ladies, the pubs, the problems, the perceptions...and misconceptions. Featuring an introduction to Javanese customs and culture plus their effect on interaction between expats and locals, including the often weird and wonderful way that Indonesians view foreigners ...plus how some Westerners behave when given the ‘keys to the sweetie shop’.The timescale covers immediately before, during and after the downfall of the Soeharto regime.Although based in Indonesia the anecdotes will appeal to anyone who would like to expand their social and geographical boundaries, and just possibly gain an insight into how other people live, laugh, endure…and survive.

More books from booksmango

Cover of the book Untitled by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Taff’s Treasure by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book The Flirtations of Dan Harris by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book The Sacred Chakras – Living Life Without Limitations by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Sons of Isan by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book One Trans Woman’s Spiritual Journey by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Cut Down Drinking by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Angry Birds Friends Guide by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Living The Dream by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Bangkok Smile/s Volume II by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book The Fixer by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book Red Night Zone - Bangkok City by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book The Words of Power by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book The Ming Inheritance by Joe Writeson
Cover of the book A Harley, a Stetson and a red Thai Chilli by Joe Writeson
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy